University of Miami AGPCNP Programs

School of Nursing • Miami, FL • Campus • $1,500 to $2,644

The University of Miami offers 3 Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner tracks:

  • MSN AGPCNP
  • BSN-DNP AGPCNP
  • Post-Master’s Certificate AGPCNP

Programs run in person and hybrid formats at the Coral Gables campus, with clinical experiences coordinated by the school across South Florida.

Program Tracks Overview

Program NameEst. TuitionEst. Duration
MSN AGPCNP$47K1 year (FT) / 2 years (PT)
BSN-DNP AGPCNP$94K2 years (FT) / 4 years (PT)
Post-Master’s Certificate AGPCNP$24K–$29KNot clearly stated

The three-track structure makes UM a strong fit for BSN-prepared RNs, current MSN nurses adding a specialty, and nurses targeting a terminal practice degree — all within the same program ecosystem.

MSN AGPCNP

The estimated cost for the MSN AGPCNP at the University of Miami is approximately $47K total, and the program takes about 1 year to complete full-time (3 semesters) or about 2 years part-time (5 semesters). A separate part-time Sylvester Program track runs 6 semesters.

MSN Curriculum

The 35-credit MSN is a lock-step program built around three adult gerontology clinical sequences, preceded by foundational coursework in pharmacology, pathophysiology, health assessment, research, and advanced practice concepts. The three Adult Gerontology courses (I, II, III) carry the bulk of clinical credits and hours, progressively building primary care management skills across the adult lifespan. An online pre-immersion course (NUR 606) is completed before the first semester begins.

Full Course List (35 credits):

NUR 601 – Advanced Pharmacology (3 credits)
Applies pharmacological principles and pharmacokinetics to select drug therapies for diverse populations in advanced practice nursing.

NUR 606 – Advanced Practice Preparation (0 credits)
Pre-program review of pharmacology, physiology, health assessment, academic strategies, and writing skills for MSN students.

NUR 612 – Physiology/Pathophysiology for Advanced Practice (3 credits)
Analyzes physiologic and pathophysiologic mechanisms underlying health and illness.

NUR 613 – Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning (3 credits)
Comprehensive culturally sensitive health assessment with diagnostic reasoning, including age-specific screenings and lab interpretation.

NUR 628 – Adult Gerontology I (5 credits)
Theoretical and clinical foundations for managing adult health alterations, emphasizing prevention, maintenance, discharge planning, and rehabilitation.

NUR 608 – Concepts in Advanced Practice Nursing (3 credits)
Core concepts including scientific theories, health promotion, policy, ethics, epidemiology, technology, and cultural diversity in advanced practice.

NUR 631 – Adult Gerontology II (6 credits)
Advanced theoretical and clinical management of adult health alterations with focus on prevention, maintenance, and rehabilitation strategies.

NUR 609 – Professionalism in Advanced Practice Nursing (2 credits)
Synthesizes leadership principles for advanced practice nurses delivering optimal healthcare across the lifespan.

NUR 630 – Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice (3 credits)
Examines research processes, quantitative/qualitative analysis, evidence levels, and health disparities for nursing practice improvement.

NUR 702 – Adult Gerontology III (7 credits)
Integrates advanced practice nursing role components to analyze adult gerontology practice issues.

View more curriculum details in the course catalog.

MSN Clinicals

The MSN requires 616 total direct-care clinical hours across three Adult Gerontology practicum courses, plus 28 additional lab hours in the health assessment course. The school coordinates all clinical placements — no preceptor fees are charged.

  • 616 total clinical hours (plus 28 lab hours in NUR 613)
  • Clinical hours distributed: NUR 628 (168 hrs), NUR 631 (224 hrs), NUR 702 (224 hrs)
  • Placements coordinated by UM in Miami-Dade and Broward counties
  • Settings include community health centers, private practices, specialty clinics, VA facilities, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care, and urgent care
  • Population focus: young adults through older adults, wellness through illness continuum
  • Simulation available through the S.H.A.R.E.® facility, a 41,000-square-foot simulation hospital on campus

MSN Admissions

Applicants need a BSN from a regionally accredited institution, a 3.0 cumulative GPA, and a current Florida RN license. Rolling admissions apply; all eligible candidates are interviewed.

  • BSN from a regionally accredited institution (NLN or CCNE accreditation preferred); RNs with a BSN in a relevant science field may be considered
  • Direct entry master’s graduates are not eligible
  • Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Current, unrestricted RN license in Florida or state of current practice
  • Introductory statistics course
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended (submitted via NursingCAS)
  • Three letters of recommendation (at least one from an academic source)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Current CV/resume
  • Personal interview (all eligible candidates are interviewed)
  • Post-admission: mandatory pre-immersion online course, FBI background check, drug test, immunizations, BLS and ACLS certifications
  • $1,500 non-refundable deposit required upon admission (applied to first semester tuition)
  • Application deadline: June 1 for Fall 2026; October 1 for Spring 2027
  • No GRE required

BSN-DNP AGPCNP

The estimated cost for the BSN-DNP AGPCNP at the University of Miami is approximately $94K total, and the program takes about 2 years full-time (6 semesters) or 4 years part-time (12 semesters).

DNP Curriculum

The 68-credit BSN-DNP is a lock-step program that integrates DNP core coursework — biostatistics, health policy, global health, translational science, technology in healthcare, and two DNP Scholarly Project seminars — alongside the same three Adult Gerontology clinical sequences used in the MSN, plus two practice immersion courses. Full-time students begin with DNP foundation courses before entering clinical specialty content in the second year. The DNP scholarly project is a practice initiative requiring students to identify a clinical, administrative, policy, or educational problem and develop an evidence-based intervention.
Full Course List (68 credits):

  • NUR 601 – Advanced Pharmacology (3 credits)
  • NUR 606 – Advanced Practice Preparation (0 credits, pre-matriculation online)
  • NUR 609 – Professionalism in Advanced Practice Nursing (2 credits)
  • NUR 612 – Physiology/Pathophysiology for Advanced Practice Nursing (3 credits)
  • NUR 613 – Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning (3 credits / 28 lab hours)
  • NUR 628 – Adult Gerontology I (5 credits / 168 clinical hours)
  • NUR 631 – Adult Gerontology II (6 credits / 224 clinical hours)
  • NUR 654 – Evolution of Nursing Practice and Application of Theory (3 credits)
  • NUR 655 – Health Care Management, Economics, Financing, and Ethics (3 credits)
  • NUR 656 – Global Health (3 credits)
  • NUR 657 – Population-Based Health and Health Care Disparities (3 credits)
  • NUR 658 – Health Policy Development and Implementation (3 credits)
  • NUR 659 – Technology in Health Care (3 credits / 56 clinical hours)
  • NUR 660 – Translational Science (3 credits)
  • NUR 663 – Research (3 credits)
  • NUR 664 – Applied Biostatistics for Nursing Practice (3 credits)
  • NUR 672 – DNP Scholarly Project Seminar I (3 credits / 112 clinical hours)
  • NUR 673 – DNP Scholarly Project Seminar II (3 credits / 112 clinical hours)
  • NUR 676 – Practice Immersion I: Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (4 credits / 168 clinical hours)
  • NUR 688 – Practice Immersion II: Personal, Professional and Leadership Development (2 credits / 112 clinical hours)
  • NUR 702 – Adult Gerontology III (7 credits / 224 clinical hours)

View more curriculum details in the course catalog.

DNP Clinicals

The BSN-DNP requires 1,176 total clinical hours distributed across six clinical and practice immersion courses. No preceptor fees are charged — UM coordinates all placements through partner systems including UHealth and Jackson Health.

  • 1,176 total clinical hours (plus 28 lab hours in NUR 613)
  • Clinical hours distributed across: NUR 676 (168 hrs), NUR 688 (112 hrs), NUR 659 (56 hrs), NUR 628 (168 hrs), NUR 672 (112 hrs), NUR 631 (224 hrs), NUR 673 (112 hrs), NUR 702 (224 hrs)
  • No-fee preceptorships; UM manages all clinical site coordination
  • Settings include community health centers, private practices, VA facilities, specialty clinics, assisted living, skilled nursing, long-term care, and urgent care departments
  • Population focus: young adults through older adults across the wellness-to-illness continuum
  • High-fidelity simulation integrated across coursework via the S.H.A.R.E.® facility
  • Full-time students are strongly discouraged from maintaining employment commitments

DNP Admissions

Applicants need a BSN from a regionally accredited institution, a 3.0 GPA, and a current Florida RN license. No GRE is required; admissions are rolling.

  • BSN from a regionally accredited institution (NLN or CCNE accreditation preferred); RNs with a BSN in a relevant science field may be considered
  • Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Current, unrestricted RN license in Florida or state of current practice
  • Introductory statistics course
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended (submitted via NursingCAS)
  • Three letters of recommendation (at least one from an academic source)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Current CV/resume
  • Interview at faculty discretion (in person, phone, or webcam)
  • Post-admission: mandatory pre-immersion online course, FBI background check, drug test, immunizations, BLS and ACLS certifications
  • $1,500 non-refundable deposit required upon admission (applied to first semester tuition)
  • Application deadline: June 1 for Fall 2026
  • No GRE required

Post-Master’s Certificate AGPCNP

The estimated cost for the Post-Master’s Certificate AGPCNP at the University of Miami is approximately $24,000–$28,500 (16–19 credits at $1,500/credit), and duration varies based on an individualized gap analysis.

Certificate Curriculum

The 16–19 credit certificate focuses entirely on the three Adult Gerontology clinical courses that form the core of UM’s primary care specialty sequence. The final credit range (NUR 631 carries 4–7 credits) is determined by each student’s gap analysis — a review of prior MSN transcripts and coursework to identify remaining competency requirements. Students may also be required to complete additional graduate-level courses based on that analysis. The program is lock-step once the plan of study is issued.

  • NUR 628 – Adult Gerontology I (5 credits)
  • NUR 631 – Adult Gerontology II (4–7 credits, determined by gap analysis)
  • NUR 702 – Adult Gerontology III (7 credits)

Prerequisites (must be completed at graduate level prior to clinical courses):

  • Advanced Pathophysiology (3 credits minimum)
  • Advanced Pharmacology (3 credits minimum)
  • Advanced Physical/Health Assessment (3 credits minimum)

View more curriculum details in the course catalog.

Certificate Clinicals

Clinical hours are embedded within the three Adult Gerontology courses and vary based on the student’s individualized plan. All clinical experiences must be completed within the State of Florida.

  • Clinical hours are distributed across NUR 628, NUR 631, and NUR 702
  • Exact total hours depend on gap analysis results and credit assigned to NUR 631
  • All clinical experiences must occur within Florida
  • Primary care focus across the adult lifespan in a variety of community and outpatient settings
  • Full clinical details for this track are not comprehensively outlined on the official program page

Certificate Admissions

This program is open to nurses who hold at least an MSN or DNP and are board-certified as an APRN. A gap analysis is completed after admission to determine the individualized plan of study.

  • BSN and MSN (or DNP) from a regionally accredited institution (NLN or CCNE accreditation preferred)
  • NP track within the master’s program is required
  • National certification in a nursing specialty
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for both bachelor’s and master’s degrees
  • Current, unrestricted RN license in Florida
  • Graduate-level prerequisite coursework (3 credits each): Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology, Advanced Physical/Health Assessment
  • Two letters of recommendation (at least one from an academic source)
  • Statement of professional goals
  • Current CV/resume
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended (submitted via NursingCAS)
  • Interview at faculty discretion
  • Post-admission: mandatory pre-immersion online course, FBI background check, drug test, immunizations, BLS and ACLS certifications
  • $1,500 non-refundable deposit required upon admission
  • Application deadlines: June 1 for Fall 2026; October 1 for Spring 2027
  • Rolling admissions

Tuition

The University of Miami uses block (flat-rate) per-semester tuition for its nursing programs rather than a per-credit model.

For the MSN AGPCNP, full-time tuition is $15,549 per semester, totaling approximately $47K over 3 semesters; part-time tuition is $9,330 per semester, totaling approximately $47K over 5 semesters.

The BSN-DNP runs $15,666 per semester full-time or $7,833 per semester part-time, totaling approximately $94K either way.

The post-master’s certificate is charged at $1,500 per credit (16–19 credits), estimating $24,000–$28,500 depending on gap analysis results.

Additional university fees apply each semester.

See the official tuition page for more details.

Accreditation

All nursing practice programs at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies — including the MSN, BSN-DNP, and post-master’s certificate tracks — hold full CCNE accreditation through 2031, the maximum accreditation period.

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